Author:Colin Dann
It was fox who found her. Vixen heard his cry - an angry, baffled cry of distress. She found him standing over the body of Dreamer. She was dead . . . Another gripping adventure of the animals of Farthing Wood by award-winning author Colin Dann.
The fox cub Dreamer has been killed in a vicious attack, and the animals n White Deer Park have no doubt who is responsible. The old fox Scarface, feeling his position threatened by the new arrivals, has lashed out savagely at a defenceless cub.
Fox vows revenge. But are he and his young family a match for the formidable strength of Scarface and his clan? Yet again the animals must band together to avert disaster.
Weaves fantasy and reality in a beguiling novel . . . A thoroughly satisfying read
—— Books for Your ChildrenA tale well told
—— The School LibrarianA warm, fuzzy tale full of poignance, humor, and magic
—— School Library JournalChildren will be delighted by the charm, compassion, and wit of Harriet and Wiz and find themselves completely drawn into their wonderful fantasy adventures
—— BooklistShredder . . . stands out from the crowd - a first reader with a good plot, lively dialogue and engaging characters
—— Jill Slotover , Financial TimesKatie's illustrations are full of space, gentle colour and apparent simplicity. She also has a real way with drawing animals - Otto is a very handsome bear, a bear that you'll want to hug and make space for on your bookshelves
—— Playing the Book